Forum: Airheads
01-22-2013, 05:23 AM
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Forum: Airheads
01-09-2013, 11:21 AM
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The emulators will require some work to install...
The emulators will require some work to install properly.Your damper rods will have to be machined a bit and the fluid holes will require some modification .Race tech supplies the proper instructions...
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Forum: Airheads
01-08-2013, 11:58 AM
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Forum: Airheads
01-07-2013, 01:19 PM
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30 years with a BMW and BMW people
I just crossed the 30 year mark with owning the same BMW-a 1983 R100 with cafe package offered in 83 as the CS wasn't offered.You could buy the cafe bike or the touring version as an alternative to...
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Forum: Airheads
11-29-2012, 11:19 AM
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Check out www.rockypointcycle.com as they offer...
Check out www.rockypointcycle.com as they offer stainless mufflers for BMWs for a reasonable price.They also have their sport- Norton Commando peashooter style mufflers for BMW that sound great on a...
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Forum: Old's Cool
10-19-2012, 06:42 AM
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Replies: 74
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Barber's
We enjoyed another fine weekend at Barbers! We camped with the International Norton Owners Association at the Trackside Camping area at Tram Pickup 3. This spot on the track has to be one of the best...
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Forum: Airheads
09-29-2012, 06:31 PM
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According to your parameters of 50mph riding...
According to your parameters of 50mph riding around and shorter mileages,a 69-70 Triumph TR6R or BSA Thunderbolt would be most excellent.The single carb models have nearly the same performance as the...
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Forum: Airheads
09-27-2012, 03:20 PM
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In my opinion the best years for Triumph...
In my opinion the best years for Triumph Bonnie/TR6 are 69-70.These bikes are light weight- under 400 lbs and are well sorted out.The twin leading shoe front brakes work very well and the frames are...
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Forum: Airheads
09-27-2012, 02:15 PM
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Forum: Old's Cool
09-17-2012, 06:04 AM
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Forum: Old's Cool
09-08-2012, 03:55 AM
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Forum: Airheads
07-09-2012, 07:24 AM
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BMW Rally! I am amazed to see the responses to...
BMW Rally! I am amazed to see the responses to this question.I gave up on BMW Rallies in the mid 90's.I still own an 83 R100(CS) bought new and an '04 R1150R so I enjoy the bikes. The rallies are...
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Forum: Old's Cool
07-02-2012, 07:37 AM
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RED on RED
http://twinboy.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/girl-on-an-old-motorcycle/23842891_9fcqZq#%21i=1933814232&k=qcxGdTB&lb=1&s=Ahttp://twinboy.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/girl-on-an-old-motorcycle/i-qcxGdTB/0/L/photo1...
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Forum: Old's Cool
07-02-2012, 07:09 AM
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Replies: 10,983
Views: 5,608,128
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Forum: Airheads
05-06-2012, 06:22 AM
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Forum: Airheads
05-05-2012, 12:04 PM
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All other lights worked! Taillight,brakelight,...
All other lights worked! Taillight,brakelight, turnsignals and parking light were fine. Last year I switched out the US headlight switch for a new euro on off switch so unlikely that the switch is...
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Forum: Airheads
05-05-2012, 06:08 AM
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Upon suggestions received,I turned on the...
Upon suggestions received,I turned on the ignition switch and had a finger on the headlight relay where I felt and heard a faint click.I flipped the hi/lo switch and now both beams are working fine.I...
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Forum: Airheads
05-04-2012, 04:43 PM
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Headlight question
While headed to my class today my headlight went out. When I returned home I did the usual checks, replaced bulb no change! Both beams are out. I checked fuses,they appear good.didn't see any loose...
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Forum: Old's Cool
04-23-2012, 03:47 PM
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Forum: Old's Cool
03-06-2012, 10:56 AM
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Forum: Old's Cool
03-05-2012, 08:49 PM
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Views: 49,366
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Forum: Old's Cool
01-25-2012, 12:10 PM
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Forum: Old's Cool
01-25-2012, 08:22 AM
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Forum: Old's Cool
01-25-2012, 07:22 AM
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Forum: Airheads
12-03-2011, 06:18 AM
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Forum: Airheads
12-02-2011, 12:51 PM
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I still have my 1983 BMW R100 that I purchased...
I still have my 1983 BMW R100 that I purchased new in Nov.1982. BMW in 1983 produced 2 models of the R100,the long distance model with touring bars and hard saddlebags and the model with sports...
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Forum: Old's Cool
11-10-2011, 06:55 AM
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Replies: 54
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The single carb Triumph 650's in 1968 were the...
The single carb Triumph 650's in 1968 were the Trophy Sports TR6R which had the 4gallon tank with parcel grid,low pipes,painted fenders etc .The TR6C Trophy Special had 2 1/2 gallon tank,high pipes...
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Forum: Old's Cool
11-09-2011, 03:43 PM
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Replies: 54
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The red Triumph appears to be a 68 TR6R Trophy...
The red Triumph appears to be a 68 TR6R Trophy Sports.Some identification points are the parcel grid on a 4 gallon tank,last used in 68 on this model.Also the large eyebrow badges were last used in...
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Forum: Old's Cool
03-18-2011, 02:11 PM
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I have to ask if the helmet was actually locked...
I have to ask if the helmet was actually locked securely to the scooter or just had the appearance of being locked?As I am sure you know Downtown Asheville has its fair share of transient folks .If...
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Forum: Old's Cool
10-15-2010, 08:03 AM
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73 BMW vs 73 Norton
Many years ago I had a chance to ride a Commando and then a R75 back to back.I rode the Norton and thought what a great bike, excellent handling, good power and precise shifting.The brakes are ok...
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Forum: Old's Cool
10-06-2010, 12:27 PM
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Replies: 67
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Barbers
My bride and I will be there Friday.Look for us around the OFMC old farts m/c club at row two in the swap meet area or around turn 11 with the fanatic Norton folks.No I am not taking a truck this...
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Forum: Old's Cool
09-17-2010, 12:25 PM
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Replies: 27
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Moto Guzzi 1000S
Greetings! Here is a subject I am qualified to answer since I own a '91 1000S from new.The big valve motor is a powerhouse for an air cooled twin.At 4 grand the motor comes alive and will get you...
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